Introduction to Project Management

Enhance Your Career with Introduction to Project Management

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of project management. Participants will learn key concepts, tools, and techniques to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications to prepare participants for real-world project management challenges.

Duration: 20 hours (e.g., 5 sessions x 4 hours, or 10 sessions x 2 hours)
Program Fee: $400

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Training Modules

    • What is a Project?

    • Project vs. Operations

    • Key Definitions and Concepts

    • The Role of the Project Manager

    • Overview of PMI and PMBOK Guide (or PRINCE2 if applicable)

    • Phases: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring/Controlling, Closing

    • Process Groups & Knowledge Areas

    • Project Environments (internal/external)

    • Stakeholders and Organizational Structures

    • Writing a Project Charter

    • Defining Scope and Requirements

    • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

    • Tools: Scope Statement, Requirements Traceability Matrix

    • Defining Activities

    • Estimating Duration

    • Scheduling Techniques: Gantt Chart, Critical Path Method

    • Milestones and Time Buffers

    • Estimate Costs and Budgeting

    • Cost Baselines

    • Resource Planning and Allocation

    • Basic introduction to Earned Value Management (EVM)

    • Identifying and Assessing Risks

    • Risk Register and Response Planning

    • Introduction to Quality Assurance and Control

    • Tools: Risk Matrix, Fishbone Diagram

    • Communication Planning

    • Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement Strategies

    • Project Reports and Dashboards

    • Conflict Management Basics

    • Executing Project Plans

    • Monitoring Progress and Controlling Scope/Cost/Schedule

    • Change Control Process

    • Performance Metrics (KPIs)

    • Administrative and Contract Closure

    • Lessons Learned

    • Final Project Review and Handover

    • Celebration & Recognition

Group Assessment and Review

  • Group Project: Create a Mini Project Plan
    ○ Project Charter

    ○ WBS
    ○ Schedule (Gantt Chart)
    ○ Risk Register

  • Group Presentation

  • Feedback and Discussion

  • Course Wrap-up and Q&A

Training Materials Provided

  • Course Slides & Handouts

  • Project Templates (Charter, WBS, Risk Log, etc.)

  • Reading List (PMBOK, articles, etc.)

  • Sample Project Plan

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